Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers
Occupation
$226,600
National Median Salary
≥$115/hr
Median Hourly Wage
99,300
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+91.8%
10 Year Change
$118,140
2014 Median
$226,600
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Nonscheduled Air Transportation | $226,870 | 550 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $162,290 | 40 |
| Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods | $141,550 | — |
| Support Activities for Transportation | $138,290 | 2,350 |
| Support Activities for Air Transportation | $138,290 | 2,350 |
Top Paying States for Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska | $226,490 | 1,620 |
| Florida | $220,350 | 6,640 |
| Texas | $214,670 | 10,050 |
| Oregon | $214,520 | 740 |
| Colorado | $211,860 | 5,840 |
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Nonscheduled Air Transportation
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
Support Activities for Transportation
Support Activities for Air Transportation
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